Live At Leeds (25th Anniversary Edition) - The Who

The Who was/were/are one of my favorites. I was fortunate enough to work at their record label in the late 70's and heard them play in small rooms for promotional functions...but I gotta tell you in the 90's I paid HUGE BUCKS ($250) to see them at the LA Forum and they sounded even better than they had in those small rooms 15 years earlier. You can never tire of The Who!
I think my favorite track on here is "Magic Bus"...
"One of the reasons "Leeds" is prized among Who collectors is
that it is one of the best-recorded; the mix is superbly
equalized among all three instruments and Daltrey's vocals, and Townshend's guitar sounds especially full-bodied and wet. The performance is one of the tightest and note-perfect of that
period--without losing any of its heat or raw power--and the
audience is amazingly quiet and respectful, which almost gives
the show a "live in the studio" quality. A comparison with
"Live At The Isle Of Wight", the only other complete Moon-era
performance of "Tommy", is in order: although both shows are extraordinary, "Leeds" is superior for the above
reasons (although "Wight" offers arguably better versions of "Young Man Blues" and "We're Not Gonna Take It/See Me Feel Me"). "
Review by Michael Topper, courtesy of Amazon.com

Lara Johnston is clearly on the rise with her powerful voice and fiery, captivating stage presence. Touring tirelessly, Lara Johnston has performed in the United States, Europe and Canada where she has shared the stage or opened ...Lara Johnston is clearly on the rise with her powerful voice and fiery, captivating stage presence. Touring tirelessly, Lara Johnston has performed in the United States, Europe and Canada where she has shared the stage or opened for:Michael McDonald, Bonnie Raitt, Steve Miller, Willie Nelson, KISS, Tower of Power, Heart, Sammy Hagar, Huey Lewis, Pablo Cruise, Journey and Cheap Trick. She also won 3rd place in the prestigious BMI Foundation John Lennon Scholarship Competition. Not many 21 year olds can attract the attention of some of the most powerful names in music as Lara has. While Lara generally writes her own songs, she spent months collaborating on her new album with Nashville greats like Producer/songwriter Mike Krompass, and song writers Steve Diamond, Jim McCormick, Tebey and Tommy Lee James. Between the five of them these chart topping songwriters have worked with artists like Taylor Swift, Pixie Lott, David Archuleta, and Orianthi. Their talent and expertise is very influential on Lara’s new album being released later this year.What makes her so captivating, aside from her beauty, is the powerful voice that comes from within her and her ability to perform them effortlessly with a range of influences including Pop, Funk, Gospel, Rock, Jazz and Blues. Perhaps her favorite is Soul music. She was inspired at a young age by Aretha Franklin. She has truly achieved her aspiration and inspiration; to channel Aretha’s powerful, emotional and heartfelt story telling, making Lara the extraordinary artist that she has become. Sign up on her mailing list to get a free download of her new single from the record that is coming out in March 2012, just visit her site at http://larajohnston.com/ !

No one hits quite as hard as up and coming alternative band The Rift. The current band memebers consisting of Aris Anagnos, John Anagnos,Tyler Holsclaw, Tesh Hatharasinghe and Matt Melamed, have been together since early 2010 and ...No one hits quite as hard as up and coming alternative band The Rift. The current band memebers consisting of Aris Anagnos, John Anagnos,Tyler Holsclaw, Tesh Hatharasinghe and Matt Melamed, have been together since early 2010 and have been moving forward at a rapid pace. Armed with a crisp new sound and a solid EP, The Rift packs a punch with great lyrics and melodies that will no doubt have you singing along. The band is great live and has played with more established bands like The Misfits, Exodus, Midnight Theory and others. Thanks to Crooked Creek Studios, The Rift is ready to hit the next level and will be releasing their new CD in 2011. Check them out on Reverbnation http://www.reverbnation.com/theriftca

L.A. based indie rockers, The Elizabeth Kill are returning to the stage after putting the finishing touches on their newest CD release. Known for electrifying live performances, the female fronted quartet delivers their signature ...L.A. based indie rockers, The Elizabeth Kill are returning to the stage after putting the finishing touches on their newest CD release. Known for electrifying live performances, the female fronted quartet delivers their signature style of music and keeps fans wanting more. With Influences like The Cure, Alanis Morrisette, No Doubt, and The Smiths you can expect lots of attitude and nothing short of a good time with The Elizabeth Kill. “Our fans like live music, they work hard and like to play hard and we want to rock hard with them,” says Sarah Roiko, the bands front-woman. Other members of the band include Corey Manske, Jeremiah Roiko, and Son Vo. The Elizabeth Kill supports organizations like “To Write Love On Her Arms” which raises awareness and support for people struggling with addiction, depression, self injury, and thoughts of suicide. Check out their website http://www.theelizabethkill.com/ !

Lara Johnston is clearly on the rise with her powerful voice and fiery, captivating stage presence. Touring tirelessly, Lara Johnston has performed in the United States, Europe and Canada where she has shared the stage or opened ...Lara Johnston is clearly on the rise with her powerful voice and fiery, captivating stage presence. Touring tirelessly, Lara Johnston has performed in the United States, Europe and Canada where she has shared the stage or opened for:Michael McDonald, Bonnie Raitt, Steve Miller, Willie Nelson, KISS, Tower of Power, Heart, Sammy Hagar, Huey Lewis, Pablo Cruise, Journey and Cheap Trick. She also won 3rd place in the prestigious BMI Foundation John Lennon Scholarship Competition. Not many 21 year olds can attract the attention of some of the most powerful names in music as Lara has. While Lara generally writes her own songs, she spent months collaborating on her new album with Nashville greats like Producer/songwriter Mike Krompass, and song writers Steve Diamond, Jim McCormick, Tebey and Tommy Lee James. Between the five of them these chart topping songwriters have worked with artists like Taylor Swift, Pixie Lott, David Archuleta, and Orianthi. Their talent and expertise is very influential on Lara’s new album being released later this year.What makes her so captivating, aside from her beauty, is the powerful voice that comes from within her and her ability to perform them effortlessly with a range of influences including Pop, Funk, Gospel, Rock, Jazz and Blues. Perhaps her favorite is Soul music. She was inspired at a young age by Aretha Franklin. She has truly achieved her aspiration and inspiration; to channel Aretha’s powerful, emotional and heartfelt story telling, making Lara the extraordinary artist that she has become. Sign up on her mailing list to get a free download of her new single from the record that is coming out in March 2012, just visit her site at http://larajohnston.com/ !

Small town with a big sound, rock band Refuse The Fall has new music that you need to know about! Winners of the “Promote Me Like A Rockstar” Competition (sponsored by Whotune.com), Refuse The Fall is exactly what the alternative...Small town with a big sound, rock band Refuse The Fall has new music that you need to know about! Winners of the “Promote Me Like A Rockstar” Competition (sponsored by Whotune.com), Refuse The Fall is exactly what the alternative rock scene needs. They beat out hundreds of bands that entered the contest and performed in the final five on the Whotune jam cam for the panel of judges, and jumped to #1 on the Whotune charts. The band was ranked #1 “Top Ten Unsigned Bands” by Alternative Addiction.com and it won’t be long until they are a household name. Band members Toby Taylor, Dusty Rea, Gavin Douglas, and Cody Mathis have great artistic vision and passion. Their single, Let It Rain, has a dramatic intensity that will have the chorus stuck in your head for days. Check them out on whotune here! or http://bit.ly/RefuseTheFall !

L.A. based indie rockers, The Elizabeth Kill are returning to the stage after putting the finishing touches on their newest CD release. Known for electrifying live performances, the female fronted quartet delivers their signature ...L.A. based indie rockers, The Elizabeth Kill are returning to the stage after putting the finishing touches on their newest CD release. Known for electrifying live performances, the female fronted quartet delivers their signature style of music and keeps fans wanting more. With Influences like The Cure, Alanis Morrisette, No Doubt, and The Smiths you can expect lots of attitude and nothing short of a good time with The Elizabeth Kill. “Our fans like live music, they work hard and like to play hard and we want to rock hard with them,” says Sarah Roiko, the bands front-woman. Other members of the band include Corey Manske, Jeremiah Roiko, and Son Vo. The Elizabeth Kill supports organizations like “To Write Love On Her Arms” which raises awareness and support for people struggling with addiction, depression, self injury, and thoughts of suicide. Check out their website here! or http://www.theelizabethkill.com/

No one hits quite as hard as up and coming alternative band The Rift. The current band memebers consisting of Aris Anagnos, John Anagnos,Tyler Holsclaw, Tesh Hatharasinghe and Matt Melamed, have been together since early 2010 and ...No one hits quite as hard as up and coming alternative band The Rift. The current band memebers consisting of Aris Anagnos, John Anagnos,Tyler Holsclaw, Tesh Hatharasinghe and Matt Melamed, have been together since early 2010 and have been moving forward at a rapid pace. Armed with a crisp new sound and a solid EP, The Rift packs a punch with great lyrics and melodies that will no doubt have you singing along. The band is great live and has played with more established bands like The Misfits, Exodus, Midnight Theory and others. Thanks to Crooked Creek Studios, The Rift is ready to hit the next level and will be releasing their new CD in 2011. Check them out on Reverbnation! or http://www.reverbnation.com/theriftca

“I was not expecting this to be a good CD...after all, who can do Frankie better than, or as good as Frankie? But I was very pleasantly surprised by this collection as each artist (all very skilled and true artists) made each trac...“I was not expecting this to be a good CD...after all, who can do Frankie better than, or as good as Frankie? But I was very pleasantly surprised by this collection as each artist (all very skilled and true artists) made each track their own. They made them new again. The songs kept their original flavor, while bringing something new, whether it was singing in a different key, adding harmonies, adding riffs, or giving the song a new feel. My favorite was Kevon Edmonds' rendition of "Never Let You Down." It was so good, I think that might have to be my wedding song someday! Kem's rendering of "Golden Time of Day" sent chills down my spine. I loved the new feel added to Musiq's "Silky Soul" and "I Wanna Thank You" with The Clark Sisters. Raheem DeVaughn knocked me out with his vocals on "We Are One," and Ledisi proved why she is a true artist and a powerful singer on "Happy Feelins." Mint Condition, the only band on the LP, turned in a solid performance that paid tribute to the old while making it new, while Joe and Avant were smooth on their tracks. The only track I wasn't impressed with was Mary J. Blige's "Before I Let Go." That's a hard song to remake and have people accept, but Mary didn't even sound like she was trying. But the song is not unbearable. This CD was so good, I HAD to write a review!”– J Double U (Amazon.com Review)

“As in the first volume of this series, which focused on the 60s, Sweet and Hoffs pay tribute to the 70s with more of their perfectly selected, arranged, and performed covers. While faithful to the originals, these tracks vary in ...“As in the first volume of this series, which focused on the 60s, Sweet and Hoffs pay tribute to the 70s with more of their perfectly selected, arranged, and performed covers. While faithful to the originals, these tracks vary in many ways, both in the colors their voices bring to the harmonies and in the styles of guitar work on display.
Both performers clearly love the era and the radio singles they sang along to when they were young. Their emotional fidelity is as remarkable as their technical proficiency, and the fact that both have retained their youthful attitudes and voices in middle age (Hoffs is 50!) amazes this aging baby-boomer.
Both CDs are a joy to listen to, and we can only hope that the two will give us further volumes devoted to the 80s, when Hoffs' group The Bangles had their heyday, and to the 90s, when Sweet made his commercial breakthrough.
I also recommend the bonus tracks that you can download for this album, which include ten more interesting and adventuresome cuts:” – T.Davis “Tom Davis” (Amazon.com Review)

“There's alot of people you like their regular music, but they come out with a christmas album and its just not up to par. Hardly the case with James Taylor- he never ceases to make wonderful music and take old songs and put his t...“There's alot of people you like their regular music, but they come out with a christmas album and its just not up to par. Hardly the case with James Taylor- he never ceases to make wonderful music and take old songs and put his twist to it. This is one of the few Christmas albums that I love that is only by one person- it has such a mellow, stay at home with the family and fire type sound to it. You won't be disappointed!” – Ashley Hayes-Beaty (Amazon.com Review)

“my four year old adores this CD. i mean, ADORES. he loves to sing "stairway to heaven" while falling asleep; and one day, while driving to work with his dad, they heard the "real" "stairway to heaven" on the local classic rock st...“my four year old adores this CD. i mean, ADORES. he loves to sing "stairway to heaven" while falling asleep; and one day, while driving to work with his dad, they heard the "real" "stairway to heaven" on the local classic rock station. he yelled out "this is stairway to heaven!"
not all of the CDs in this series work. there's something incredibly creepy, for example, listening to the pink floyd lullaby "mother" when you know the words. but the zeppelin one goes down peacefully and easily. i think the most touching moment of my evenings these days is when my son and i listen to the song "thank you" and he sings to me:
"when mountains crumble to the sea
there will still be you and me."
thought i'd hate it. and i love it. go figure.” - Sheryl Stein “wrekehavoc”(Amazon.com Review)

“The Literary Greats are evolving. Their second release ‘Ocean, Meet the Valley’ is a little darker, a little deeper, and more dynamic yet retains some of the warm, catchy hooks that characterized their first release. They teamed ...“The Literary Greats are evolving. Their second release ‘Ocean, Meet the Valley’ is a little darker, a little deeper, and more dynamic yet retains some of the warm, catchy hooks that characterized their first release. They teamed up with engineer/producer Chris Grainger with one goal: to bring out the best in each other. Working long hours over 10 days, they bottled up a year of life, love, loss, and dreams to create a record with no pretentions and as rich as the gulf air.
Sonically, this record possesses vintage tones through the use of 70’s era equipment and concepts. Acoustic guitars and warm, gritty electrics are intertwined with the smooth chime of a Rhodes or the haunt of a Hammond. Tones find their way to and fro through the structure of the song enough to keep things interesting without overshadowing the lyrical message. Take the raw energy of the Pixies and mix it with the understated themes of early Kenny Rogers, and you get something like this.” (Quotation taken from The Literary Greats website).

“ I purchased this CD a few years back when it was first released. It is so awesome. I love this CD. There is so much heart & soul put into these Christmas songs. The only problem is, there are only 5 or 6 songs. But that only mea...“ I purchased this CD a few years back when it was first released. It is so awesome. I love this CD. There is so much heart & soul put into these Christmas songs. The only problem is, there are only 5 or 6 songs. But that only means that you need to just keep replaying it. If you want a new twist on Christmas music. This is it. Michael Buble is one of the best performers out their today. I am so happy they re-released it. I bought some for my friends. It was the perfect xmas gift.” – Leela Godino (Amazon.com Review)

“I was worried that Leona Lewis would follow up an amazingly successful first album with a dud. I WAS DEAD WRONG! This album is AMAZING! The only thing I don't understand is why "Happy" is the first single off the album and not "C...“I was worried that Leona Lewis would follow up an amazingly successful first album with a dud. I WAS DEAD WRONG! This album is AMAZING! The only thing I don't understand is why "Happy" is the first single off the album and not "Can't Breathe." "Can't Breathe" is one of the most incredible vocals I have ever heard, and an overall amazing work of production, writing and vocals. I give this one a 20 out of 10! I just hope they release "Can't Breathe" as the second single. It is easily the best song off the album!” – MVP Sports Cards & Collectibles (Amazon.com Review)

Get A FREE DOWNLOAD (Legally!) by Jazz Great Sachal Vasandani!
AND, HOLIDAY SPECIAL PRICE - Get 2 CD's - "Eyes Wide Open" & "We Move" for just $15.00 by following the "This Next "Buy It" Orange Tag to get the free download and th...Get A FREE DOWNLOAD (Legally!) by Jazz Great Sachal Vasandani!
AND, HOLIDAY SPECIAL PRICE - Get 2 CD's - "Eyes Wide Open" & "We Move" for just $15.00 by following the "This Next "Buy It" Orange Tag to get the free download and the Coupon code. To get the 2 CD's and put in the coupon code, go to the link at the bottom of the description (or get it here - http://bit.ly/Sachal_Vasandani)
"My music always starts off with jazz, but can end up in any number of places because of all my different influences. I guess I value the freedom to explore as much as the discipline of tradition." –Sachal Vasandani
This guy is a wonderful jazz vocalist. Anyone who has seen him live in NY - well let's just say, its a performance you don't soon forget. If you like Michael Buble, Frank Sinatra, Peter Cincotti, Kurt Elling or Jamie Cullum you'll love this record.
After moving to New York, Vasandani quickly became a part of the jazz scene, and made a musical home in storied clubs like the Zinc Bar. He was also tapped for a number of guest performances and recordings, notably by the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, Wycliffe Gordon, Eric Reed, T.S. Monk, and countless other peer and mentor musicians.

Remember Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks? Me Too! Over the years they have released albums that were pretty good, but their latest CD has to be one of my favorites! The beauty about "Tangled Tales" is how harmonious the music flows to...Remember Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks? Me Too! Over the years they have released albums that were pretty good, but their latest CD has to be one of my favorites! The beauty about "Tangled Tales" is how harmonious the music flows together. It reminds me of the classic Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks, assembling country and blues' greats like David Grisman, Charlie Musselwhite, Roy Rogers, and Bruce Forman, and others!
What is my pick of the bounty? Download "A Magician," and you'll see why I love it. His natural, folksy voice draws on the instruments and creates a musical experience you don't often see with today's artists. This song is one I will be holding onto for a long time.

Doesn’t ‘ho-ho-ho’ remind you of Yo-Yo? Tis’ the season to download this brilliant song from the classically trained Yo-Yo Ma. I recommend buying “Winter.” The strings are felt in rich complexity, complimenting any holiday get-tog...Doesn’t ‘ho-ho-ho’ remind you of Yo-Yo? Tis’ the season to download this brilliant song from the classically trained Yo-Yo Ma. I recommend buying “Winter.” The strings are felt in rich complexity, complimenting any holiday get-together. Each note is as unique as a snowflake, all of which delicately indulge your ears with beautiful sound.
I haven’t always been a Yo-Yo Ma fan, but after adding this gem to my collection, my opinion has definitely changed. This season, download this song and you may become a Yo-Yo Ma fan yourself!

Recovering from the tragic murders of her mother, brother, and cousin, Jennifer Hudson returns with a self-entitled album and a critically acclaimed single, "If This Isn't Love."
Music reporter David Balls remarks "If This Isn...Recovering from the tragic murders of her mother, brother, and cousin, Jennifer Hudson returns with a self-entitled album and a critically acclaimed single, "If This Isn't Love."
Music reporter David Balls remarks "If This Isn't Love' is a delicate love song that finds Hudson in her natural comfort zone. 'God sent me an angel from above, that's going to love me for life,' she sings soulfully, with recent events making the lyrics particularly resonant. Combining modish beats with a cool, breezy chorus, 'If This Isn't Love' ...has an understated charm that's hard to quibble with." (Digitalspy.com)
Listening to the song, I find myself an audience to Hudson's heart.

Duffy is the singer shaking up the industry. I can't get enough of her voice, which is complex and earthy, highlighted by unusual soul for her age. “Mercy" does the British singer justice, mixing desire and fun into a track anyone...Duffy is the singer shaking up the industry. I can't get enough of her voice, which is complex and earthy, highlighted by unusual soul for her age. “Mercy" does the British singer justice, mixing desire and fun into a track anyone can listen to and resonate with.
Reviewer Amaranth "Music Fan" adds her "...ode to sexual liberation is as feisty as Dusty Springfield's "Son of a Preacher Man." She sings with gusto and passion. Duffy, with her retro sound, is an Amy Winehouse without the baggage. Her song is reminiscent of the '60s. One can imagine the bell bottoms, the psychedelia, and the Beatles in their heyday." (Amazon.com)
I totally recommend you download this single, and even the album!

This Christmas Music totally makes me get up and dance! Get it for your holiday party and I guarantee that this CD will make all your guests smile, dance, laugh and have a great time with fun memories - just from playing this rec...This Christmas Music totally makes me get up and dance! Get it for your holiday party and I guarantee that this CD will make all your guests smile, dance, laugh and have a great time with fun memories - just from playing this record!
Any fan of New Orleans, Mardi Gras music, the likes of Louis Armstrong, Louis Prima, Harry Connick Jr., Wynton Marsalis or just the festive spirit of the Holiday Season will love this record!
The brass is fantastic as are the vocals. Look at the what others had to say about this album:
"Kermit plays some sweet, sweet vocals."
- Newsweek.com
"A savory celebration of the New Orleans Jazz Entertainment Continuum."
- Cadence Magazine
"A musical good time tour of the Crescent City"
- Larry Applebaum
Jazz Times

It wouldn’t be the holidays without Frank Sinatra. One of my favorite songs of his is “Adeste Fideles,” off of his holiday album. Frank gives a classic performance, which is digitally re-mastered and sounds better than ever. His v...It wouldn’t be the holidays without Frank Sinatra. One of my favorite songs of his is “Adeste Fideles,” off of his holiday album. Frank gives a classic performance, which is digitally re-mastered and sounds better than ever. His voice will warm your coco and make the holidays fun and festive! Invite the whole family for a listen, and I promise you’ll be singing along with him in no time!
Get this download, because who doesn’t like Sinatra?

Trained off the streets of Paris, Madeleine Peyroux reestablishes herself as a masterful musician and elegant singer with her album “Bare Bones.” I treasured her soothing tone, which flows effortlessly from song to song. I look fo...Trained off the streets of Paris, Madeleine Peyroux reestablishes herself as a masterful musician and elegant singer with her album “Bare Bones.” I treasured her soothing tone, which flows effortlessly from song to song. I look forward to listening to the songs after Thanksgiving, so I can stay calm during the wild shopping season.
The song “Bare Bones” has wonderful energy, not too hurried and not too slow, that I can work to for hours. And with all the work that goes into the holiday season, can you afford not to download this song?

Remember Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks? Me Too! Over the years they have released albums that were pretty good, but their latest CD has to be one of my favorites! The beauty about "Tangled Tales" is how harmonious the music flows to...Remember Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks? Me Too! Over the years they have released albums that were pretty good, but their latest CD has to be one of my favorites! The beauty about "Tangled Tales" is how harmonious the music flows together. It reminds me of the classic Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks, assembling country and blues' greats like David Grisman, Charlie Musselwhite, Roy Rogers, and Bruce Forman, and others!
What is my pick of the bounty? Download "A Magician," and you'll see why I love it. His natural, folksy voice draws on the instruments and creates a musical experience you don't often see with today's artists. This song is one I will be holding onto for a long time.

Duffy is the singer shaking up the industry. I can't get enough of her voice, which is complex and earthy, highlighted by unusual soul for her age. “Mercy" does the British singer justice, mixing desire and fun into a track anyone...Duffy is the singer shaking up the industry. I can't get enough of her voice, which is complex and earthy, highlighted by unusual soul for her age. “Mercy" does the British singer justice, mixing desire and fun into a track anyone can listen to and resonate with.
Reviewer Amaranth "Music Fan" adds her "...ode to sexual liberation is as feisty as Dusty Springfield's "Son of a Preacher Man." She sings with gusto and passion. Duffy, with her retro sound, is an Amy Winehouse without the baggage. Her song is reminiscent of the '60s. One can imagine the bell bottoms, the psychedelia, and the Beatles in their heyday." (Amazon.com)
I totally recommend you download this single, and even the album!

Recovering from the tragic murders of her mother, brother, and cousin, Jennifer Hudson returns with a self-entitled album and a critically acclaimed single, "If This Isn't Love."
Music reporter David Balls remarks "If This Is...Recovering from the tragic murders of her mother, brother, and cousin, Jennifer Hudson returns with a self-entitled album and a critically acclaimed single, "If This Isn't Love."
Music reporter David Balls remarks "If This Isn't Love' is a delicate love song that finds Hudson in her natural comfort zone. 'God sent me an angel from above, that's going to love me for life,' she sings soulfully, with recent events making the lyrics particularly resonant. Combining modish beats with a cool, breezy chorus, 'If This Isn't Love' ...has an understated charm that's hard to quibble with." (Digitalspy.com)
Listening to the song, I find myself an audience to Hudson's heart. Download it, and fall in love with her powerful voice too!

Perhaps the most famous of Hendrix's releases, he was at his PRIME when they recorded this version of Purple Haze.
"When Jimi Hendrix walked onto the stage at Monterey he was relatively unknown in the United States. When he wal...Perhaps the most famous of Hendrix's releases, he was at his PRIME when they recorded this version of Purple Haze.
"When Jimi Hendrix walked onto the stage at Monterey he was relatively unknown in the United States. When he walked off the stage, popular music had been completely transformed. The American debut of the Jimi Hendrix Experience at Monterey isn't just the most exciting live rock concert ever recorded; it's also one of the most significant moments in the history of modern American music. Hendrix took the music world completely by storm and turned it on its head. His influence today is greater than ever, 41 years after the fact. Days after the mind-boggling "set the guitar on fire" stunt, Hendrix was a household word.
The set kicks off fast and hard with Killing Floor, one wonders how Mitch Mitchell (drums) could keep up without injuring himself. Next up, Foxey Lady, soon to be a standard. The treatment of Bob Dylan's beautiful ballad, Like A Rolling Stone, is compelling and soulful. Rock Me Baby is simply beyond belief; it throws off heat like a jet engine. A hard-edged version of Hey Joe comes next; it's blues all right, but psychedelic blues. By the time Hendrix gets to Can You See Me? it's clear that he and his cronies are all settled down and solidly in the groove, this one speeds past like a bullet. The Wind Cries Mary is handled gently and carefully, it's a great song and provides a welcome break from the mayhem.
Purple Haze has never sounded ruder, more demented, and incoherent - it is riveting. If you have any imagination at all, think about what this music must have sounded like to people who'd been nursed on The Platters, The Four Freshmen, and The Beach Boys. We are now completely accustomed to the influence Hendrix has had and it's easy to forget that when this was recorded what Hendrix was doing wasn't merely new, it was earth shattering. As to the closer, Wild Thing, I remember the Troggs version, sort of a frat house crowd pleaser. Hendrix takes it into the stratosphere; in many ways it's the highlight of the performance. Burning the guitar was theatrical genius, really, after you've just invaded the greatest nation on earth and conquered it in one night, what else is there to do?"
Review by El Lagarto
Courtesy of Amazon.com

Cinammon Girl, The Needle and the Damage Done, SUGAR MOUNTAIN, After the Gold Rush, Tonight's the Night - this album is QUITE the collection of some of Young's best hits.
"In addition to the mellow songs, there are some loude...Cinammon Girl, The Needle and the Damage Done, SUGAR MOUNTAIN, After the Gold Rush, Tonight's the Night - this album is QUITE the collection of some of Young's best hits.
"In addition to the mellow songs, there are some louder, electric ones that are incredible as well, with Cinnamon Girl and Like a Hurricane being good examples. This album definitely has the 'live' thing going for it, and when you hear these cuts you won't settle for the studio versions anymore - it's cool to hear Neil connect with the audience - "When I get big, I'm gonna get an electric guitar. When I get real big".
I kid you not - there is not a dud on the album. It is just incredible, and capable of providing pleasure worth orders of magnitude more than its price. I actually am typing this review because I would love to think someone bought this album as a result of it and enjoyed it as much as I have over the years (in CD format now, of course!)"
Review by David Benditt
Courtesy of Amazon.com

A Must have for Cheap trick fans (ooh and look how cute they look!)
"This is the album that broke Cheap Trick wide open in the U.S. Sure, there's a Complete Budokan version available, but 1} It's a bit pricey, and 2) unless yo...A Must have for Cheap trick fans (ooh and look how cute they look!)
"This is the album that broke Cheap Trick wide open in the U.S. Sure, there's a Complete Budokan version available, but 1} It's a bit pricey, and 2) unless you were at that concert in Japan, then a couple of omitted songs and a re-arranged track order is inconciquential.
This version, is the version I REMEMBER, and the one most of you'll remember too. All the great songs are here, "I Want You To Want Me", "Surrender", "Clock Strikes Ten (On A Saturday Night), and more. The price is right on this version too! I can only afford so many BOX SETS, ANTHOLOGY's, and LIMITED EDITIONS. Cheap Trick Live At Budokan isn't something I want put up because I'm collecting it, it's something I want to play, and play, and play.
RECOMMENDATION: Buy this version. It has been digitally remastered and has a superior sound quality. You'll remember this version track by track. The price is affordable. And best of all, you'll have FUN! "
Review by
Michael G. King "skyyking" (LOUISVILLE, KY United States)
Courtesy of Amazon.com